Fried Plantains (flavorful Amateke)
Fried plantains, also known as "Amateke," are a popular dish in Burundian cuisine. This recipe will guide you through making flavorful and crispy fried plantains that can be enjoyed as a snack or a side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe plantains
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and cut them into diagonal slices, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully place the plantain slices in the pan and fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the fried plantains from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Sprinkle salt over the fried plantains to taste.
- Serve the flavorful amateke hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 40g
- Fat
- 0g
- Protein
- 1g
Supplies
Frying Pan Spatula Paper Towels
Tools
Knife Cutting Board
Serving suggestions
Serve the fried plantains with a side of spicy tomato sauce or enjoy them on their own as a delicious snack.
Tips & tricks
Make sure the plantains are ripe but not overly ripe for the best flavor and texture when frying.
Cost
$3